Fields of HeshbonFrench drains that keep water moving
When water collects against a wall, soaks a low spot, or seeps where it shouldn't, a French drain gives it somewhere to go. We dig it, set it on the right slope, and send the water to a safe outlet.
Everything that comes with the job
- Problem diagnosisFind where the water comes from and why it collects
- Route & slopePlan a path with steady fall to a safe outlet
- Trench & fabricDig and line with filter fabric to keep soil out
- Perforated pipe & gravelCollect and carry water underground
- OutletDaylight to a basin, swale or dry well
- Restore the surfaceBackfill, rock or replant over the drain
From first call to finished job
1. Find the source
Downspouts, slope, surface runoff or groundwater.
2. Lay it out
Route, depth and fall planned.
3. Install
Trench, fabric, pipe and gravel.
4. Finish
Clean outlet and restored surface.
French Drains FAQ
What is a French drain?
A trench filled with gravel and a perforated pipe, usually wrapped in filter fabric. It collects water and carries it underground to a safe place.
Where does the water go?
To a point lower on your property, such as a planted basin, swale or dry well. Never onto a neighbor's property or back toward the house.
Will a French drain fix water near my foundation?
It's often part of the fix, along with grading the soil away from the house and extending downspouts.
How long does a French drain last?
With filter fabric and the right slope, a well-built French drain can work for many years.
Ready to get started?
Call or text Bradley, or send a request online.
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French Drains near you
Available in Santa Fe, Pojoaque, Tesuque, Nambé, Eldorado and Arroyo Hondo.